For the third straight game, the Wisconsin defense forced at least three turnovers. And, as it turned out, the Badgers needed each and every one of them as Chris Borland's fumble recovery at the end sealed the Badger win.

Now, one day after the fact, BadgerBlitz.com takes a look back at every defensive series. The following is a series-by-series recap from Saturday's game.

First Quarter:

Defensive series No. 1: Started on Wisconsin 37 yard line following kickoff. Plays: 3Yards given up: 22Result:Devin Smith fumble recovery.

Key play:Duane Bennett was close to picking up the first down on second and 19, but as he approached the marker, Chris Maragos hit him low and forced the fumble.

Key play: With the Gophers inside the Badger 10 yard line and looking poised to score, O'Brien Schofield thumped Brandon Green for a three yard loss. The play forced the Gophers into a passing situation, and one they could not convert.

Key play: Minnesota had the screen pass working very effectively throughout the entire first half. But when they tried to pull it out in the third quarter, Blake Sorensen blew it up. The receiver couldn't handle the ball, tipped it into the air, and Butrym dove for it for the pick.

Key play: Following John Clay's touchdown run to give UW the lead, the Badger defense responded with a quick three and out. In fact, Jaevery McFadden nearly intercepted Weber's pass on third and three.